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Aug
27
August 27, 2018 2:30 pm — August 27, 2018 2:30 pm
Governor Rauner Signs HB 2617
The State of Illinois will enable insurance coverage for fertility preservation/oncofertility patients through signature of House Bill 2617 by Governor Bruce Rauner on Monday, Aug 27, 2018 in the Prentice Women’s Hospital Harris Atrium. Patient Navigator, Kristin Smith, and Lead Advocates for the bill will talk about the importance…
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Jun
3
June 3, 2018 9:00 am — June 3, 2018 9:00 am
25th Annual Cancer Survivors’ Celebration Walk 5K
For 25 years, the Cancer Survivors’ Celebration Walk & 5K has been a source of hope and inspiration for people who have faced, or are facing, cancer. On June 3, the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University will bring cancer survivors, families…
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May
5
May 5, 2018 8:30 am — May 5, 2018 4:00 pm
University of Iowa Health Care Symposium: 2018 Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program Symposium
The 2018 AYA Cancer Program Symposium will focus on the issues of the reproductive system and the impact of cancer treatment on adolescent and young adult cancer patients. Presentations will include information on fertility status, preservation options, impact of fertility loss, and sexual health. Dr.…
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Apr
25
April 25, 2018 1:00 pm
National Infertility Awareness Week Twitter Chat
National Infertility Awareness Week is April 22-28, 2018. NIAW is a collaborative effort on the part of the millions of women and men diagnosed with infertility and the nation’s medical, mental health, family building experts and policymakers to raise awareness about infertility. This year’s theme is…
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Apr
22
Apr
9
April 9, 2018 6:00 pm — April 9, 2018 8:00 pm
Twist Out Cancer Presents Brushes with Cancer Chicago Kick-Off Event
Join Twist Out Cancer on Monday, April 9th at the Brushes with Cancer Kick off Event! Twist Out Cancer is an international non-profit that provides psychosocial support to individuals touched by cancer through creative arts programming. At the Kick-Off event you will hear from past artists and…
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Mar
14
March 14, 2018 9:00 am — March 14, 2018 9:00 am
March VGR: From Bench to Bedside: 10 Years of Oncofertility
Dr. Teresa Woodruff will deliver a talk to celebrate the 10th year of oncofertility and provide direction for the next ten years. Join us at 9am central time on March 14 for this talk. To Attend in Person:Robert H. Lurie Research Building, 303 E. Superior St., Ste.…
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Feb
14
February 14, 2018 9:00 am — February 14, 2018 9:00 am
February VGR: Oncofertility in the True North: a Canadian Perspective
Dr. Ronald Barr will deliver a talk about his experience with the Canadian Oncofertility Task Force. Join us at 9am central time on February 14 for this talk. To Attend in Person:Robert H. Lurie Research Building, 303 E. Superior St., Ste. 10-123, Chicago, IL 60611 To…
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Jan
17
January 17, 2018 9:00 am — January 17, 2018 9:00 am
January VGR: Fertility preservation decision-making: Qualitative approaches to understanding patient and provider communication
John Salsman, PhD, will deliver a talk about qualitative fertility preservation research. Join us at 9am central time on January 17 for this talk. To Attend in Person:Robert H. Lurie Research Building, 303 E. Superior St., Ste. 10-123, Chicago, IL 60611 To Join Virtually:Follow the instructions here.
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Nov
14
November 14, 2017 8:00 am — November 16, 2017 5:00 pm
2017 Oncofertility Conference
Save the Date for the 11th Annual Oncofertility Conference in Chicago, IL!!
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Nov
14
November 14, 2017 8:00 am — November 16, 2017 4:00 pm
2017 Oncofertility Consortium Conference
Oct
25
October 25, 2017 2:00 pm — October 25, 2017 2:00 pm
1ere Journee de préservation de la fertilité
Our Global Partners in Tunisia are hosting the first ever Fertility Preservation Day (program attached) on Wednesday, October 25. The event will include presentations about new perspectives for pediatric and adult patients and focus on improving the efficiency of oncofertility work in Tunisia.
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Oct
18
October 18, 2017 9:00 am — October 18, 2017 9:00 am
October VGR: Translational Oncofertility Practice
Drs. Erin Rowell and Monica Laronda, both of Northwestern University and Lurie Children's Hospital, will give a talk on translational oncofertility practice. Join us at 9am central time on October 18 for this talk. To Attend in Person:Robert H. Lurie Research Building, 303 E. Superior St., Ste.…
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Oct
11
October 11, 2017 8:00 am — October 11, 2017 8:00 am
XVIII Congress Peruano De Medicina Reproductiva
The event, “Fertility Preservation in Cancer Patients”, is a Pre-congress course, coordinated by Johan Smitz, MD PhD, Sergio Romero, PhD and Flor Sánchez, PhD, and is co-organised with the Peruvian Fertility Society. This will be held in Lima, Peru on October, 11th. This educational conference…
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Oct
6
October 6, 2017 7:30 am — October 6, 2017 7:30 am
Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology for the Primary Care Provider
MedStar Health is excited to host Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology for the Primary Care Provider 2017 in Bethesda, MD on October 6th. Pre-pubertal and adolescent girls experience a myriad of gynecologic problems. Most of these issues can be safely managed by primary care providers with specialty…
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Aug
31
August 31, 2017 8:00 am — August 31, 2017 8:00 am
Sydney Oncofertility Symposium Program
Dr. Antoinette Anazodo and the Future Fertility team are pleased to announce NSW’s first symposium focused on Oncofertility. Oncofertility is a subfield that bridges oncology and reproductive services to explore and expand options for the reproductive future of cancer patients. Fertility preservation and oncofertility care…
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Jul
26
July 26, 2017 9:00 am — July 26, 2017 9:00 am
July VGR: FP Insurance and Advocacy
Joyce Reinecke, JD, Alliance for Fertility Preservation will deliver a talk about fertility preservation insurance and advocacy. Join us at 9am central time on July 26 for this talk. To Attend in Person:Robert H. Lurie Research Building, 303 E. Superior St., Ste. 10-123, Chicago, IL…
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Jun
28
June 28, 2017 12:00 pm — June 28, 2017 12:00 pm
Pediatric Oncofertility: A Comprehensive Review
Join the team from Cincinnati Children’s as they discuss the strategies in preserving fertility in pediatric oncology patients and other at-risk children. The multidisciplinary team from Cincinnati Children’s Oncology, Gynecology, and Urology divisions will discuss the team-based approach to the preservation of fertility in pediatric,…
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Jun
23
June 23, 2017 8:00 am — June 23, 2017 8:00 am
National Conference on Work and Cancer
The National Conference on Work & Cancer will take place June 23, 2017. Topics include: Working Through Treatment, Disclosure & Privacy, Legal Issues, Body Image & Self-Confidence, Career Change, Health Insurance, Networking, Finances, Nutrition.
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Jun
21
June 21, 2017 9:00 am — June 21, 2017 9:00 am
June VGR: Clinical Fertility Preservation Practice
Dr. Ralph Kazer will deliver the June VGR about Clinical Fertility Preservation Practice. Join us at 9am central time on June 21 for this talk. To Attend in Person:Robert H. Lurie Research Building, 303 E. Superior St., Ste. 10-123, Chicago, IL 60611 Join the Adobe Connect session:NOTE:…
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Jun
4
June 4, 2017 8:00 am — June 4, 2017 8:00 am
24th Annual Cancer Survivors’ Walk Celebration
Northwestern Medicine and the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center are excited to host this annual event which brings cancer survivors, families, and friends together with the physicians, scientists, and health professionals who support them. Join us for a memorable morning filled with family-friendly activities! To…
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May
17
May 17, 2017 9:00 am — May 17, 2017 9:00 am
May VGR: Psychological Support
Dr. Angela Lawson will give the May VGR about psychological support for oncofertility patients. Join us at 9am central time on May 17 for this talk. To Attend in Person:Robert H. Lurie Research Building, 303 E. Superior St., Ste. 10-123, Chicago, IL 60611 Join the Adobe Connect session:NOTE: test…
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Apr
12
April 12, 2017 9:00 am — April 12, 2017 9:00 am
April VGR: The Oncofertility Field Expansion throughout Brasil and Latin America
Jhenifer Rodrigues, PhD, will give an update about the activities at the Brazilian Oncofertility Consortium (BOC) and the Latin America Oncofertility Network entitled: The Oncofertility Field Expansion throughout Brasil and Latin America. To Attend in Person:Robert H. Lurie Research Building, 303 E. Superior St., Ste. 10-123,…
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Mar
16
March 16, 2017 7:00 pm — March 16, 2017 7:00 pm
Critical Mass AYA Cancer Town Hall
Join the adolescent and young adult cancer community for a town hall discussion about: FINANCIAL TOXICITY
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